Illustrated Encyclopedia of Islamic Art and Architecture: An Essential Introduction to Islamic Civilization's Unparalleled Legacy of Art and Design Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Illustrated Encyclopedia of Islamic Art and Architecture: An Essential Introduction to Islamic Civilization's Unparalleled Legacy of Art and Design Book

This beautifully illustrated book explores the rich heritage of Islamic art. Starting with the original Arab-style courtyard mosques, it traces the development of mosque architecture over the centuries and in different cultures. Meticulously researched, with more than 500 colour photographs and artworks, the book provides an essential overview of Islamic art and architecture. From architectural monuments to pottery, carpet and costume, it embraces the range of Islamic artistic achievement, including the form revered by Muslims as the highest and purest of them all - calligraphy, the elegant decorative writing that represents the sacred words of God as revealed in the Quran.Read More

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  • ASDA

    Provides an in-depth survey of 1 400 years of art and architecture from ornate mosques and pottery to calligraphy carpets and costume. This book discusses how wonderful works of sacred art glorified Islam's message. It explores the rich heritage of Islamic art.

  • 0754820874
  • 9780754820871
  • Moya Carey
  • 30 September 2010
  • Lorenz Books
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 256
  • Illustrated
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